<p>Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.</p> <p>Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.</p> <p>Working at Abbott</p> <p>At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.</p> </li><li> <p>Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.</p> </li><li> <p>An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution</p> </li><li> <p>Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.</p> </li><li> <p>A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.</p> </li></ul> <p>The Opportunity</p> <p>This position works out of our Indiana location.</p> <p>As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.</p> <p>As a Site Leader- Distribution Management (CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management Division) this role has ownership of the entire distribution center operations, overseeing end-to-end processes to ensure efficient and effective distribution of products. The site leader is responsible for managing all aspects of the distribution center, including receiving, storage, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and logistics. Responsible for managing metrics to scorecard our performance in these areas. Must be willing to travel extensively to learn/train and understand the current operations in Roseville, MN before starting up the new operations.</p> <p>What You'll Work On</p> <p>This position:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Provide leadership and direction to the distribution center team, including managers and individual contributors.</p> </li><li> <p>Establish and ramp up a new distribution center, including facility setup, staffing, and operational launch.</p> </li><li> <p>Set goals and objectives aligned with the company's strategic plans and manage execution through coaching and mentoring.</p> </li><li> <p>Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement strategies to optimize distribution center operations, including workforce planning, inventory management, and systems utilization.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of products to customers.</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor and manage key performance metrics to ensure operational excellence.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.</p> </li><li> <p>Partner with key stakeholders across the organization to drive process improvement initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure that resources are optimized and service levels are maintained without sacrificing quality.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and communicate plans to ensure adequate inventory levels to support the organization.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare and manage the distribution center budget.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, and company policies.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain a safe and professional work environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Hire and retain a diverse, highly qualified staff.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide ongoing performance feedback and development opportunities.</p> </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelors Degree In Business Administration or Supply Chain related body of knowledge OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience</p> </li><li> <p>Masters Degree Preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum 12 years supply chain experience with pattern of progressing responsibilities.</p> </li><li> <p>7 years leading Supply Chain teams.</p> </li><li> <p>5 years of experience in the Medical Device industry.</p> </li><li> <p>7 years of experience working with Supply Chain software.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with global supply chain teams including policy and procedure development, strategy formulation, regulatory compliance, quality systems and product life cycle planning.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.</p> </li><li> <p>Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to travel approximately 25%, including internationally.</p> </li></ul> <p>Apply Now</p> <p>Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com</p> <p>Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.</p> <p>Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.</p> <p>The base pay for this position is $127,300.00 - $254,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.</p>